
Photo by Cameron Houck. Hampton Roads has long had a reputation as an affordable alternative to Richmond or Northern Virginia. A WHRO data analysis shows the region is one of the most unaffordable in the state.
Housing in Hampton Roads is less affordable than Northern Virginia and other pricey areas Local News
In a comparison of housing prices and local wages, Hampton Roads is less affordable than other major Virginia metros, similarly sized metro areas on the East Coast and even the Washington, D.C. area.
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Hampton Roads has one of the most competitive Congressional races in the country. Here’s what to know before going to the polls. Local News
Some Hampton Roads voters will pick the winner of the most competitive congressional House race in the country. Get the information you need before heading to the polls.
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Operation Bold Blue Line aims to increase support for Virginia law enforcement.
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“It’s in the middle of a community that is considered blighted, and it’s a bright spot,” said Deirdre Love, director of Teens With a Purpose.
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As pandemic wanes, ‘long COVID’ patients in Hampton Roads still struggle with mysterious symptoms Local News
WHRO spoke with several patients and providers in our region about what it’s like to deal with the condition, which officials estimate affects up to a third of COVID-19 patients.
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Samiyah Yellardy, a 17-year-old Richmond student, was fatally shot in her home in April.
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Despite historic changes in educational and economic opportunities, the share of U.S. physicians who are Black men has remained unchanged since 1940. Virginia medical schools are still struggling to attract talented young men – a key to building trust between healthcare providers and the Black community
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